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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1902
Page
2
Josh Edgar of Germantown Cal says he suffered sciatic rheumatism for fourteen years before using Chamberslain's Pain Balm. He reports immediate relief, a full cure, and no return of symptoms. The product is offered for sale by Stewart's Pharmacy.
The Muscatine Journal notes continual rains in the Missiaspot valley have caused the river to rise sharply. Water at the city waterworks shows 11.7 feet above low water, with rapid increases since May 1 totaling nine feet. Much low land drained by the river is becoming covered as flooding progresses.
The week brought warm showers with daily rainfall in many areas. Heavy downpours in the northeast caused bridge and crop damage while statewide rainfall delayed corn work but crops remained in good condition. Mrs. Biskamp of Washington visited the Clegg family. editor Pearson and family are under light smallpox quarantine after Miss Madge contracted the illness on a Davenport train.
Washington May 26 Special. The push to confirm William Crozier as chief of the ordnance bureau with brigadier general rank has met committee opposition yet supporters seek a hearing. Secretary Root defended the promotion, arguing for the best officials regardless of seniority. A Potomac river excursion showcased the disappearing gun carriage to lawmakers, aiming to win converts.
John P Orcutt died at his South Dodge street home after a long illness. He was 74 and leaves three sons and a daughter. Orcutt came to Iowa City in 1902. funeral held at the family residence yesterday.
Postmaster Cuoningham cites a Presidential bill provision setting fines up to 1000 dollars or up to three years in prison for willfully injuring destroying or stealing mail from rural delivery receptacles. Depredations should be reported to the U S Attorney with evidence. Also notes Graham ushers at theatre Thursday 8 30 and Rocky Mountain Tea 35 cents from J H Stewart with barber shops closing on legal holidays.
Richmond reports Jobo Shalla expanding holdings by 80 acres and purchasing the Eugene Hartholmen farm for 3200 while leaving for Miserum. Geo Eulio exits Richmond to enter Kalona banking as stock is disposed. Social items note gatherings by the Misses Walrob and visits by local residents. Lake Cora Michigan notes 1000 acres added to wrape grape area as vines survive cold snaps. E G Fox offers narrow gauge car bodies for shed or housing use at 210 each.
The Iowa Central Railway offers special excursion rates from all points to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Salt Lake City Ogden Deadwood Lead Custer and Black Hills spots. Dates include June 22 24 July 1 18 August 1 14 23 24 30 31 and September 1 10 with round trip fares under one way. Stop overs allowed and final ticket by October 31 1902. For details contact local agents or A K Outts G P T A Minneapolis Minn. until 9 15 02.
A shoe marketed for senior women promises gentle design for tender feet and easy wear. It highlights comfort and ease for those who struggle with fitting shoes.
A Springville Alabama mother with whooping cough experience urges Cham berlain's Cough Remedy to protect children. She claims her three youngsters, including a three month old, remained plump and healthier than peers who did not use the remedy. The product is sold by Stewart's Pharmacy and Cook Sherman.
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